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Modernization of Epi Surveillance in Kazakhstan: Transition to Risk Assessment and Real-Time Monitoring Based on Situational Center

Description

The sanitary-epidemiological monitoring system in Kazakhstan is passive and statistical in nature. Due to the modern threats, activation and emergence of new and recurring diseases (corona virus, Ebola, etc.) it is vital to transition from current epidemiological surveillance approaches to new prognostic, epi risk probability assessment, and bio risk management technologies, and in addition to urgent response develop preventive measures procedures to minimize the consequences of potential epi outbreaks.

Objective

Development of a concept for sanitary-epidemiological monitoring system reinforcement in Kazakhstan based on the deployed electronic surveillance system, risk assessment and management approach, and establishment of a Situational Center. 

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